On Tuesday, Russia's media regulation agency, Roskomnadzor, announced that it would continue to enforce restrictions on the messaging platform 'Telegram' as part of its efforts to compel compliance with Russian laws aimed at protecting citizens. The agency claimed that several messaging platforms, including 'Telegram', failed to address violations of Russian law, which necessitated these ongoing restrictions.

Roskomnadzor highlighted that there are significant issues regarding data protection, cybersecurity measures against fraud, and the misuse of messaging platforms for criminal and terrorist purposes. The agency's statement emphasizes the lack of real initiatives from 'Telegram' to rectify these concerns, prompting the government to take further steps to regulate the platform's functioning within the country.

Reports from users in Russia indicated problems accessing 'Telegram' starting Monday morning, and later the agency RBK cited sources claiming that Roskomnadzor had intensified its actions by further throttling the app’s performance. This development marks an escalation in the ongoing tensions between the Russian government and digital communication platforms as the state strives to control information and protect its regulatory framework.